Environmental Waste Operative

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a full-time Environmental Waste Operative at the Aintree site to support safe and efficient management of waste across the hospital. Responsibilities include collecting and transporting clinical, domestic, offensive and linen waste, segregating waste streams, and supporting waste recycling (WEEE, furniture, metal, cardboard).

A 4-week rolling rota with varied shifts applies; physically fit and reliable candidates are welcome to apply

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to handle heavy loads on a regular basis
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards
• Previous experience in waste management or a similar role is desirable, but not essential

Responsibilities

• Collection and transportation of clinical, domestic, offensive, and linen waste from ward areas to the waste compound
• Segregation of waste into the correct waste streams in line with environmental and healthcare regulations
• Supporting the waste recycling function, including segregation of: WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), Furniture, Metal, Cardboard
• Carry out cleansing and routine housekeeping tasks in waste storage areas as required
• To operate the Trust's electric vehicles, bulk waste compaction machines
• Place specific categories of waste in the appropriate skip for off site disposal or recycling, as indicated by the Environmental Services Supervisor
• Collect all hospital waste and laundry in accordance with the schedules set by the Environmental Services Supervisor

Job description

Environmental Waste Operative – Full Time (37.5 Hours)
We are looking to recruit a full-time Environmental Waste Operatives to join our team based at the Aintree site. This is a varied and hands-on role, supporting the safe and efficient management of waste across the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Collection and transportation of clinical, domestic, offensive, and linen waste from ward areas to the waste compound
• Segregation of waste into the correct waste streams in line with environmental and healthcare regulations
• Supporting the waste recycling function, including segregation of:
• WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
• Furniture
• Metal
• Cardboard

About You

• Physically fit and able to handle heavy loads on a regular basis
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards
• Previous experience in waste management or a similar role is desirable, but not essential

Working Pattern (4-Week Rolling Roster)

• Week 1: Monday to Friday – 07:30 to 15:30
• Week 2: Monday to Friday – 10:00 to 18:00
• Week 3: Wednesday to Friday – 10:00 to 18:00 Saturday & Sunday – 07:30 to 15:30
• Week 4: Monday, Tuesday & Friday – 10:00 to 18:00 Saturday & Sunday – 09:00 to 17:00
• Collect all hospital waste and laundry in accordance with the schedules set by the Environmental Services Supervisor.
• Segregate, transport and process specific categories of waste as dictated by the Trust's "Policy for the Management of Waste".
• To operate the Trust's electric vehicles, bulk waste compaction machines.
• To ensure that all aspects of the Waste Permit Conditions are adhered to.
• Place specific categories of waste in the appropriate skip for off site disposal or recycling, as indicated by the Environmental Services Supervisor.
• Cleaning of bulk waste storage areas and waste containers as per schedule determined by the Environmental Services Supervisor.
• Carry out external environmental duties, as per schedule including the collection of litter, emptying of bins.
• Carry out inspections of all mobile equipment used.
• Follow the incident reporting procedure in the event of accidents occurring during environmental activities.
• To carry out any other duties, appropriate to the role, as may be delegated.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services. For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Kerri Boyd Job title: Environmental Waste Manager Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 0151 529 3181